We can't wait to see what character Mrs. Bell dresses like tomorrow!!
Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given by the Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300 Board of Education in the County of Perry, State of Illinois, that a public hearing will be held on the 2026-2027 school calendar. The District is choosing to exercise the flexibility for student attendance on Casimir Pulaski’s Birthday, Monday, March 1, 2027, by honoring the day through the use of School Activities on a School Holiday, in accordance with Section 24-2 of the School Code. A public hearing will be held on the 21st day of April 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the K-8 Media Center at 845 East Jackson Street, Du Quoin, IL.
Dated this 8th day of April 2026
Board of Education of Du Quoin CUSD 300 in the County of Perry, State of Illinois.
Enjoy the weekend festivities and the peaceful moments. A friendly reminder: school will resume on April 7. Happy weekend to everyone in Du Quoin!
Du Quoin Families,
As we head into the next few weeks, please keep these important dates in mind:
✨ No School: April 2–6
📝 Elementary Testing: April 8–10
🎓 High School Testing: April 8
We hope your family enjoys some well-deserved time together during the extended holiday break. We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready to do their best!
DES
DMS Parents and Guardians
Next week, our students will begin the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) testing. This is an important opportunity for our students to showcase their academic growth and hard work.
Testing Schedule:
Tuesday, March 24 – Thursday, March 26
To encourage our students to do their very best, we have planned a special reward celebration!
Student Incentives: All students who are in attendance for all testing days and put forth their full effort on each assessment will be rewarded on Friday, March 27. Rewards include:
Pizza Party: A celebratory lunch for eligible students.
Prize Drawing: Every eligible student will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a gift card!
How You Can Help: To ensure your child feels prepared and confident, please help them by:
Ensuring they get a good night's sleep before each testing day.
Providing a healthy, filling breakfast.
Confirming they arrive at school on time.
Encouraging them to simply do their best!
Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school. If you have any questions regarding the testing schedule, please feel free to contact the main office.
